When it comes to mixed martial arts, Las Vegas is the undisputed center of the universe. And, as the sport has grown, so has its effect on the local economy.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship, with its corporate headquarters located in Las Vegas, is boosting the bottom line of some local businesses.
After working nearly 10 years in visual merchandising for a local casino and retail group, Heather Campbell broke away to start her own business, Heather Allen Concepts, in 2007.
WordCamp Las Vegas, a WordPress website content management system training and networking event in Southern Nevada, will take place Sept. 19-20 at The InNEVation Center.
Local insurance brokers can help businesses find solutions that fit their budget needs and those of their employees, said Chris Campbell, vice president of the Health & Benefits Division for Las Vegas-based Cragin & Pike Insurance.
The Small Business Administration Nevada District Office’s latest initiative targets the entrepreneur over the age of 50.
Business transactions and networking take a less formal route when members of a Las Vegas cyclo-cross group are striking up businesses conversations and making deals while they train for cycling competitions.
Lending institutions, government agencies, business consultants and grant writers will tell you “Where can I find grant money to start a business?” is one of the most frequently asked questions they hear.
Truck driver Jose Razo, a native of Guadalajara, Mexico, will be representing FedEx next month in the Super Bowl of Safety. That’s a rare honor for someone who’s not an employee of the company. Razo wears the FedEx shirt, yet he is an employee of Hernandez Corp., a contractor with FedEx Ground.
Even with more than half of the year in the books, many small-business owners in Las Vegas wait until December or January to assess their business and identify ways to improve financial performance. Yet making time for a mid-year check-in, when you have a good idea of your business’ needs — may be one of the best times to help your business save time and money, and operate more efficiently in the long run.